The Camino de Santiago (the Way of St. James) began over a thousand years ago as a pilgrimage to venerate the bones of James the disciple of Jesus, martyred by Herod in Jerusalem. Over a millennia millions of seekers walked the trail, from all over the world, hoping to hear a whisper from the Lord. Their devotion created a thin place between heaven and earth, a path where souls tune as feet trudge.

The Apostle Paul wrote of those who turn to the Lord as ones who walk in the footsteps of the faith of our father Abraham.

We all benefit from walking in the footsteps of the faith of those who’ve gone before. Each step I take on the Camino places my feet in the tracks of others, many with a far better connection to the Lord than I will ever achieve. The path also fills with seekers and those just out for a good walk. I pray these folks gain a hint of the divine that lifts their thoughts to God.

Whether we walk a pilgrimage in Spain, or step across the street to visit a neighbor, when we do so as followers of Jesus we enjoy the privilege of walking in the footsteps of our fathers and mothers in faith. Plus, we add our prints for those who follow us to walk upon as well.

Romans 4:12

Photo by Jacob Campbell